Sage Advice From a Wise Editor

There is such anger in the world today and it appears to be highly contagious. People have forgotten or chosen not to think before they speak or post on social media or take an action.

Twitter had to shut down the accounts of people who posted hate messages to an African-American actress. A politician called for the execution of a presidential candidate. The shootings continue. The terrible heat frays everyone’s temper.

It’s tempting to throw up one’s hands in despair. However, my friend John Woods, the editor-in-chief of
Catholic New York, has just published a very
thoughtful reflection on just this topic. As he reminds us, we Christians are called to be people of hope, especially in dark times. We can do it. We have to. Yes, anger is contagious. But so is hope.

I am keeping John’s article as a reminder for those times when I feel discouraged. Thanks, John.